Drama triangle

When people find themselves in conflict with another person, they will reach out to a third person creating a triangle. While often a stabilizing factor, triangulation can also be very destabilizing - causing more turmoil and escalating conflict.

According to Stephen Karpman MD, a drama triangle is a model that is the foundation for all human social interactions. Karpman published the article when he was studying under Eric Berne. Berne is known as the father of transactional analysis. #KarpmanDrama

We unconsciously get pulled into the 3 dysfunctional roles of the Drama Triangle in many situations. Be self-aware and consciously choose to step out towards the positive roles! #dramatriangle #assertiveness #transactionalanalysis #learnsprint #leadershipunlocked #revathionline #youhavethepower

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The Karpman Drama Triangle graphically depicts that there are 3 roles we play, a victim, a persecutor, or a rescuer when involved in a relationship conflict.

Addressing conflict constructively relies on understanding the roles we instinctively play. Learn how the Drama & Empowerment Triangles work.

A series to show the larger world the impact of Transactional Analysis on the lives of people and how It has been applied by many in their own lives.

The Karpman Drama Triangle and the book A Game Free Life is used worldwide in psychiatry, counseling psychology, and business development workshops.